7 Ways to Bring Biodiversity to Your Garden
Gardening with native plants brings biodiversity to your garden. But there is even more you can do—follow these 7 steps to make your garden a biodiversity powerhouse!
Gardening and Horticulture
Restoring nature, one garden at a time
Restoring nature, protecting pollinators, nurturing wildlife—these can all be done by you when you garden with native plants. California native plants are not only beautiful, they help save water, reduce maintenance and pesticide use, and invite beneficial pollinators. Whether your garden is in containers or a yard, you can experience the healing power of connecting with nature and help protect our state’s unique biodiversity.
Gardening Topics
Getting Started
Native plants are perfectly suited to our climate, soil, and wildlife—learn more how to choose the right plants.
Design Basics
Design inspiration to fit a variety of needs such as HOAs, dog-friendly gardens, containers, and more.
Bloom! California
We’ve selected 11 native plants that are perfect for anyone’s garden. You can find them at the Bloom! California nursery near you.
Prepping and planting
Find out how to remove your lawn, determine your soil type, the best practices for mulching, and more!
Digging deeper
Learn how to prune, keep pests in check, manage weeds, and keep your plants healthy and flourishing.
Garden Ambassadors
See some amazing native plant gardens and learn from native plant gardening experts!
From the Blog
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Five Easy California Native Plants for Container Gardening
You don’t need to have a yard to enjoy gardening with native plants. The right plants will live happily in containers, bringing pollinators, color, and fragrance to your doorstep, patio, or balcony. -
Patio and Container Gardens
California native plants in containers are perfect for those with limited space. Get design and plant selection tips!